Protein-Packed Vegetarian Fried Rice

Protein-Packed Vegetarian Fried Rice

This vegetarian fried rice is delicious and packed with protein; a nutrient that many vegetarians have trouble incorporating into their diets.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ (12 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • ¼ onion, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 (8 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce, or to taste

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until vegetables are just soft; 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2
Stir rice, egg, and spinach into tofu mixture until egg is no longer runny, about 5 minutes. Stir in Sriracha sauce; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

217
Calories
7g
Fat
28g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 217
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 9%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol124mg 41%
Sodium166mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate28g 10%
Dietary Fiber2g 9%
Total Sugars2g
Protein10g
Vitamin C5mg 23%
Calcium187mg 14%
Iron4mg 22%
Potassium346mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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